From Liberty to Legacy: Exploring American Ideals in the Musicals "1776" and "Hamilton" with Michael Langlois
Wed, Jun 03
|Darien Library
Join Michael Langlois for an engaging presentation exploring the story of our nation’s founding through two iconic American musicals, "1776" and "Hamilton."
Time & Location
Jun 03, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Darien Library, 1441 Post Rd, Darien, CT 06820, USA
About the event
This program is part of our year-long celebration of 'America 250,' the Semiquincentennial of our country's founding.
Join Michael Langlois for an engaging presentation exploring the story of our nation’s founding through two iconic American musicals, "1776" and "Hamilton."
This lecture examines how each musical offers a distinct and contrasting vision of an American society at a crossroads, reflecting the values and tensions of their respective eras.
About the Presenter
Michael Langlois is a dynamic performer, director, lecturer and storyteller with decades of experience on the stage. He has lectured from Connecticut to California on topics ranging from Shakespeare to using one’s passions to create exciting events. Michael has worked with young and old alike, helping them find their voice to tell their own unique stories. As an actor, his credits include the Stage Manager in "Our Town," Henry in "Henry V," Brutus in "Julius Caesar," and Mercutio in…